Funding for "
" Digitalization in Upper Austria
For companies in Upper Austria, there are various funding options available to support them on their path to digitalization. These range from consulting services to large-scale digitalization projects.
An Overview of Digitalization Grants for SMEs in Upper Austria
We offer comprehensive support for small and medium-sized businesses in Upper Austria, from preparing grant applications to implementing digitalization projects.
SUCCESS.PLUS 25
ERFOLG.PLUS 25 supports consulting services for SMEs in Upper Austria.
50% of the consulting fee is subsidized.
The maximum payout amount is 750 €.
Application period: starting February 25, 2025
DIGITAL.PLUS 25
This is a program for digitization projects (design and implementation) with total project costs of at least 10,000 euros in the following areas:
- Automation & Digitalization
- Data Management & Artificial Intelligence
- Secure IT Systems & Cybersecurity
40% of the costs for strategy and implementation are subsidized.
The maximum payout amount is 8,000 €.
Application period: March 17, 2025 – December 1, 2025
Tailored Consulting for Your Digital Transformation Project
- Generate Leads and Acquire Customers Through Digitalization and Automation
- Automated processes help conserve resources, prevent errors, increase efficiency, create transparency, and ultimately make companies more successful
- For many of our consulting and implementation services in the areas of digitalization and automation, you can apply for and receive grants in Upper Austria.
What kinds of projects are funded?
The goal of the funding programs is to provide financial support to small and medium-sized enterprises based in Upper Austria as they implement automation and digitization solutions.
If you would like to take the following steps, you can apply for a grant:
Process Automation and Digitization
Increase transparency in internal and external workflows. Digitize all processes, from the first customer contact through to invoicing. Provide both employees and customers with the information that is relevant to them. This will help you work more efficiently and reduce costs.
Data Management & Artificial Intelligence
Organize your company’s data using new technologies. Explore how you can use artificial intelligence and which tools are best suited for your needs. Use data as the foundation for innovative solutions, products, and services.
Secure IT Systems/Cybersecurity
Projects aimed at building robust IT infrastructures and protecting against cyber threats are supported under the DIGITAL.PLUS 25 funding program. This includes both the implementation of secure IT systems and measures to improve cybersecurity in companies.
We support small and medium-sized businesses in Upper Austria from the initial grant application through to the successful implementation of their digitization and automation projects.
What types of digitalization and automation initiatives are eligible for funding in Upper Austria?
Optimizing the Company Website
Reach new customers more effectively and provide better service to existing customers with a website optimized for search engines.
Deployment and Implementation Services
Services for the execution and implementation of digitization and automation projects.
Marketing and Sales Automation
Use digital tools to automate customer acquisition processes and handle them more quickly.
Online Marketing Planning and Implementation
Reach your target audience online through search engine optimization, search engine marketing, or a social media campaign.
Dashboards for Businesses
Present data clearly and draw useful conclusions from it for the future.
Software and hardware for implementing digitization and automation
Costs for software and applications used to implement digitization and automation solutions. For example, license fees for software solutions such as HubSpot or other tools are eligible for funding for up to 12 months.
How to Take Advantage of Funding for Digitalization in Upper Austria
Many of LeadEngine’s consulting and implementation services are eligible for funding. Here is a sample calculation for DIGITAL.PLUS 25, which focuses on automation and digitization.
Implementation valued at
€20,000
Evaluation of systems designed to improve internal efficiency through the digitization and automation of processes and workflows, automated qualification, and internal task assignment.
Total costs after deductions and subsidies
€12,000
40% of the costs are covered, which in this case amounts to €8,000.
Talk to us about your options for promoting digitalization in Upper Austria.
The WKOÖ’s digitalization grant program offers SMEs in Upper Austria the opportunity to optimize, digitize, and automate their processes. With our experience in the fields of digitalization and automation, we are the ideal partner for applying for and implementing these projects.
Mag. Dietmar Engler
Managing Partner and CEO of Leadengine
Digitalization Grants for Upper Austria 2025: Key Facts
Who is eligible for funding?
Funding is available to small and medium-sized enterprises based in Upper Austria that are active members of the Upper Austrian Chamber of Commerce.
How many grants for digitalization can be applied for in Upper Austria?
You can apply for multiple grants at the same time. We’d be happy to show you what options are available to you and assist you in submitting your application.
Which areas are prioritized for funding in the context of digitalization?
We encourage collaboration with external specialists in strategy, consulting, and implementation. The key areas are:
- Automation and Digitalization
- Data Management and Artificial Intelligence
- IT and Cybersecurity
- Corporate Strategy
- Business Processes
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Learn more about our marketing automation solutions and how we can help you successfully implement your digital transformation projects.
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